Ingredients:
4 tablespoons ghee or 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 large onions, finely sliced
10 peppercorns
10 cardamoms
2 inches cinnamon sticks
2 inches fresh gingerroot, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
3 lbs skinless chicken pieces ( I like boneless, skinless thighs)
1 cup plain yogurt
salt
Directions:
Heat the ghee or vegetable oil in a deep, lidded skillet.
Add the onions, peppercorns, cardamoms, and cinnamon and cook until the onions are golden.
Add the ginger, garlic, chili powder, paprika, and salt (to taste) and cook for 2 min, stirring occasionally.
Add the chicken pieces and fry until browned.
Gradually add the yogurt, stirring constantly.
Cover and cook gently for about 30 minutes.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 50 min.